Markings, Part 11

You know the drill.

51. Twice now you have done him an injustice. In spite of the fact that you were "right" or, more correctly, because you were, in your conceit and your stupid pride in your powers you went stumping on over ground where each step gave him pain. (137)

52. It was when Lucifer first congratulated himself upon his angelic behavior that he became the tool of evil. (140)

53. How humble the tool when praised for what the hand has done. (140)

54. Hallowed be Thy name,
                           not mine,
Thy kingdom come,
                      not mine,
Thy will be done,
                  not mine,
Give us peace with Thee
  Peace with men
  Peace with ourselves,
And free us from all fear. (142)

55. Your own efforts "did not bring it to pass," only God -- but rejoice if God found use for your efforts in His work. (143)